Re: Bvlgari Black

Vanillic, smokey rubber and tea. It took me a while to wrap my head around it. In a very general sense, if you find l'Artisan's "Tea for Two" or Gucci Pour Homme II appealing, then go ahead and give this a shot. Neither has that smokey rubber note that makes Bvlgari Black so unique, but to my nose those three fragrances have a common point of intersection - sweet, smokey tea. I've seen 30ml bottles available in Los Angeles, so perhaps start with one of those and move up to the 100ml if you find you love it.

People who love Bvlgari Black are crazy for it, but it's not for everyone.

Re: Bvlgari Black

This sounds like a really interesting fragrance and I am thinking about blind buying this. I would test but I haven't found any store that stocks this, its only available online.

What do you guys think of the fragrance? Also because I hear it is a love/hate scent, does it get compliments or negative comments from people around you when you wear it?

Thanks in advance!

I sympathise. I have not found anywhere in UK that has it in stock. I have kept half an eye on ebay for a used bottle bargain but it doesn't come up very often, neither have I seen any samples on there, though it's worth checking regularly as things change quickly.

Re: Bvlgari Black

I like Buglari Black. When it was originally launched it striked as inredibly original and odd (in a good way). Today it probably feels a bit more conventional but still pretty darned good. Rubbery leather and vanilla ina perfect balance.

Re: Bvlgari Black

Originally Posted by martinijo

I sympathise. I have not found anywhere in UK that has it in stock. I have kept half an eye on ebay for a used bottle bargain but it doesn't come up very often, neither have I seen any samples on there, though it's worth checking regularly as things change quickly.

Re: Bvlgari Black

Even though the vast majority of people with whom I have discussed and who interacted with this scent seemed to have positively commented and/or complimented it, still, I'd suggest testing before, since it's strong, distinctive and has the ability to radically polarize.

Re: Bvlgari Black

Like others have mentioned, it's all about the rubber note. Go into a tire store and take a big whiff. That's exactly what the rubber note smells like and it's strong. Throw in some vanilla and that's the fragrance. Ok to smell, but not to wear. Midnight in Paris on the other hard is actually wearable and more interesting.

Re: Bvlgari Black

Seems as if most people incorrectly identify the Lapsang Souchong tea smell as rubber or burning rubber

Anyone familiar with this tea will instantly recognise the note as such. I love Lapsang Suchoung and its smoky smell and therefore Black is great to my nose. It is of course a black tea and therefore has the olfactory traits that differ greatly from green teas. Many people who aren't tea drinkers simply state 'tea note' when describing a fragrance but there is of course such a wide range of tea and associated smells that it makes a difference when you consider the type of tea. Bvlgari Black is perhaps the best case in point.

I would highly recommend that you get a good whiff of Lapsang Souchoung tea before blind buying, it's not a smell that everyone likes and I can understand how people think it's the smell of rubber, burning or otherwise. Go to a tea shop and have a cup of it and then you will know whether or not the frag is for you. I don't think you should blind buy unless you're already familiar with the tea.

After the Lapsang Souchong note it dries down to a lovely vanilla gourmand. A great fragrance for cooler climes!

Re: Bvlgari Black

This is a dangerous pick for a blind buy. It could easily be a scent you'll hate. Bvlgari Black doesn't smell like Fahrenheit, but they both have a love it or hate it opening. Fahrenheit has the gasoline smell and Bvlgari Black has a rubber smell.

That being said... this one is one of my favorites. If it weren't so warm here today, I'd be wearing it.

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As everyone has pointed out, it's definitely different. Rubber and vanilla, yes, but also a floral side to keep things interesting. It doesn't have a typical pyramid structure but arrives fully-formed when sprayed and then shows different aspects throughout the day/evening. It took me a few tries before I took to it, but now I really like it. And it's not different in a way that's likely to offend -- like a big dose of civet could be (I'm still afraid of you, Leather Oud!). It's actually similar enough to L'Artisan Dzing! that if you like that you'll like Black. I'd also say that both those frags share a vibe, if not the actual scent, with Fahrenheit.

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Its one of the best designer frags ever created IMO.Smokey leathery vanilla with a hint of vetiver in the dry down.Not a projection monster but it lasts 10-12 hours on my skin everytime.My sister says its the best cologne she has ever smelled and i had compliments from other people(male&female)as well.Eventhough i love BB i believe you should try before buy.Everyone's nose is different.